Among the photos released by the RenFest brass of the new work being done to the grounds was a cache of vintage shots from the fest's 40-year history. Things have sure changed in Todd Mission over the decades, but the sense of whimsy has always remained. The festival is one of the biggest attractions in Texas in the fall and every year more people flock to it for food, performances and fun.

The festival has a long history of hosting acts before they hit the big time.

The comedy/magic duo Penn and Teller performed in the late '70s doing their juggling and fire-eating act, not too different from what they still do. The only difference is that Teller had more hair and Penn was a bit smaller. Actor and magician Harry Anderson of TV's "Night Court" also worked at the park mingling among patrons at one point.

We're all still holding out for a "Game of Thrones" weekend at RenFest.